The nice things you say ...

Editorial feedback

"Idon't know how to thank you enough for your perceptive and incisive report. I've been desperate for help like this and so much wish that I had found the Writers' Workshop a few years ago." Richard F.

"Extremely useful. Very clear guidance. I could not have asked for any better, frank direction. Money extremely well-spent." Michael S.

"My editor has been absolutely incredible. I was amazed that anyone could so quickly and completely get to the heart of what I had hoped to achieve. The criticism was tough and direct, but my editor had such a professional and sensitive approach, she always left me feeling positive, inspired and empowered to improve. It was the best experience I could have hoped for." Sumangali M.

"It's like conversing with a literary angel ... I'd hug you if I could." Victoria W.

"A brief but sincere note of thanks for the excellent professional advice you have provided. No wonder you are held in such high esteem." Chris H.

"The Writers' Workshop has made me think about my craft and has made a real difference to my writing. I would recommend their editorial feedback services wholeheartedly." Martin E.

Film feedback

"Her notes were detailed yet understandable, far exceeded my expectations and have provided me with the way forward ... Excellent value for money." Susan C.

"Thank you VERY much for your VERY comprehensive report.  (Now my heart is broken). I have read, reread and rereread your 21 page report and will do so again and again." Peter S.

You provided some insightful feedback and I promptly started work. [Later] BBC Writers Room got in touch saying they liked the script and would like to see further work." Julius A.

"I've sent this as a separate email because I'm sure that [the film agent you put me in touch with] wouldn't want to read my grateful dribble along with the script. I just wanted to say thanks again for all your support and time. It's been a fantastic boost." Sarah T.

Our online courses

"I have completed courses with the Writer’s Bureau, Writers Forge, Open University, and more and I can say that this was the one I learnt the most from. The teachers were exceptional." - Gavin T.

"Very detailed feedback. Support, encouragement and advice. Brilliant value for money. I feel like I’ve come away with a ton of new knowledge and a truckload of experience."
Mandy B.

"A great course, extremely helpful." Courtney W.

"My tutor was fantastic. Spot on, kind but fair and consistent. I totally recommend the course." Eve K.

Our Complete Novel Course

"It is difficult to encapsulate in just a few sentences why the course is excellent value for money but here are a few. I more fully understand the importance of plot, have learnt how to make my writing tighter, quicker and more exciting, have been helped to improve my style. Daren worked tirelessly with me. I feel I have gained so much from working with him, and I am extremely grateful." Jill C.

"Daren replied to my questions almost instantaneously and guided me through my plot. His feedback was direct and honest and I really valued his criticism. I miss working with him as I hadn't realised how much he was a part of the momentum." Joe C.

"Daren approached my work with a fine tooth comb, deliving deeper and deeper into my writing with each session. His approach was thorough, insightful and of tremendous value. I can honestly say it was worth every minute." Paul R.

Our Festival

"After discovering the Writers' Workshop online, I feel as though I have stumbled across a fantastic new world dedicated to supporting and inspiring writers ... The Festival and the Writers' Workshop went above and beyond. The whole conference was incredibly informative, candid and fun yet professional. I walked away with a host of new friends, a stronger sense of ambition, as well as a literary agent. Forget value for money - the Writers' Workshop and the Festival of Writing are a new writer's passport into the world of publishing." Jenny M.

A belated thank you for the marvellous Festival of Writing ... as a result of all the incredibly useful seminars, I improved the manuscript sufficiently to obtain two offers of representation. I have just signed with Marcy Posner, [whom I met at the Festival]." Lexie E.

"A fantastic work-out for the mind. I loved every minute and found it uplifting, daunting, invigorating, and humbling. Not only extremely well organised, but soooo helpful: great one-to-ones, and masses of time to meet people in the industry." Lucy B.

"Thank you so much for the wonderful Festival of Writing. I learned a great deal - and what's more had fun. Your team performed magnificently." Bob W.

"A huge thank you for organising such a wonderful Festival." Alex C.